The average train between Basel and Limburg takes 7h 18m and the fastest train takes 6h 25m. The train service runs several times per day from Basel to Limburg. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 3 hours between Basel and Limburg. The earliest departure is at 5:16 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Basel is at 11:16 PM which arrives into Limburg at 8:41 AM. All services require a transfer at Köln Hbf and take an average of 7h 18m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Want to know about travelling from Basel to Limburg? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Basel to Limburg. However, there are services departing from Basel station and arriving at Limburg station via Köln Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 18m.
Basel to Limburg train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Basel SBB station.
Basel to Limburg train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Maastricht station.
Book your Basel to Limburg train tickets online with Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) and 3 other operators.
The distance between Basel and Limburg is 422.7 km. The road distance is 610 km.
You can take a train from Basel SBB to Maastricht via Köln Hbf and Aachen Hbf in around 5h 45m.